GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 3
...and built-up static charges. Regarding other hazards. Pay E particular attention to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other electric light or power circuits, or where it from the wall outlet before the product is grounded so as this manual as contact with ...Liquid Entry - Hazard of the polarized plug. 12. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder DM-GL1A and all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3 Retain Instructions - Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. ...
...and built-up static charges. Regarding other hazards. Pay E particular attention to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other electric light or power circuits, or where it from the wall outlet before the product is grounded so as this manual as contact with ...Liquid Entry - Hazard of the polarized plug. 12. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder DM-GL1A and all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3 Retain Instructions - Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. ...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 7
... the new digital video D Choose to operate the GL1 using a larger light capturing area for playback. recording program to access the...conforms to dub at the touch of It is equipped with unparalleled optical quality. Optical Image Stabilizer Canon's optical technology stabilizes your VCR, allowing you can get stunningly clear still pictures from using the ...more dramatic results. Analog Line-in Recording Connect to 20× telephoto - freedom. Dubbing Function The GL1's dubbing function directly controls your recordings even in the display or on a prerecorded tape. The digital...
... the new digital video D Choose to operate the GL1 using a larger light capturing area for playback. recording program to access the...conforms to dub at the touch of It is equipped with unparalleled optical quality. Optical Image Stabilizer Canon's optical technology stabilizes your VCR, allowing you can get stunningly clear still pictures from using the ...more dramatic results. Analog Line-in Recording Connect to 20× telephoto - freedom. Dubbing Function The GL1's dubbing function directly controls your recordings even in the display or on a prerecorded tape. The digital...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 12
The GL1 System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E BP-900 Series Battery Pack VL-10Li Battery Video Light Stereo Microphone (Available commercially) 220EX Speedlite MB-100 Microphone Boom WL-D73 Wireless Controller MiniDV Video Cassette SS-650 Shoulder Strap DC-905 DC Coupler ...
The GL1 System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E BP-900 Series Battery Pack VL-10Li Battery Video Light Stereo Microphone (Available commercially) 220EX Speedlite MB-100 Microphone Boom WL-D73 Wireless Controller MiniDV Video Cassette SS-650 Shoulder Strap DC-905 DC Coupler ...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 14
... This holds two battery packs and can charge them both indoor and outdoor shooting. • Lithium ion battery packs can also make use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. recording time. 220EX Speedlite 380EX Speedlite 550EX Speedlite Attach to the... C50-0721-201 C50-0731-011 D36-0032-201 It can be connected directly to the GL1 to give twice the playback time. BP-930 2 hrs. VL-10Li Battery Video Light This compact yet powerful video light can then be used to 6 hrs. HC-4000 System Case E A solid, lockable case that...
... This holds two battery packs and can charge them both indoor and outdoor shooting. • Lithium ion battery packs can also make use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. recording time. 220EX Speedlite 380EX Speedlite 550EX Speedlite Attach to the... C50-0721-201 C50-0731-011 D36-0032-201 It can be connected directly to the GL1 to give twice the playback time. BP-930 2 hrs. VL-10Li Battery Video Light This compact yet powerful video light can then be used to 6 hrs. HC-4000 System Case E A solid, lockable case that...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 15
... screw. • To remove, reverse the above procedure. Align the hood to the lens with the Canon logo facing to the position shown in the middle of the velcro grip belt. screw the hood lightly into position (clockwise), so that may cause flare and ghost images and protects the lens, be sure... to assert any pressure - Open the velcro and slide the lens cap cord to the left. 3. Remove the lens cap. • When you purchase the GL1, the lens cap cord...
... screw. • To remove, reverse the above procedure. Align the hood to the lens with the Canon logo facing to the position shown in the middle of the velcro grip belt. screw the hood lightly into position (clockwise), so that may cause flare and ghost images and protects the lens, be sure... to assert any pressure - Open the velcro and slide the lens cap cord to the left. 3. Remove the lens cap. • When you purchase the GL1, the lens cap cord...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 21
... return to record pause mode, turn the standby lever to LOCK and back to STANDBY. • The confirmation beep sounds. • The camera power indicator lights up red and PAUSE appears in the display - Turn the STANDBY lever to LOCK and back to STANDBY to simply point and shoot without making...
... return to record pause mode, turn the standby lever to LOCK and back to STANDBY. • The confirmation beep sounds. • The camera power indicator lights up red and PAUSE appears in the display - Turn the STANDBY lever to LOCK and back to STANDBY to simply point and shoot without making...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 24
... (up to 5×. (see p. 34) D.ZOOM¥¥¥¥¥¥40× The zoom control continues to 40×, the zoom indicator extends (light blue). However when the zoom is set to work as 3/8 in (1 cm). • Image resolution decreases the further you and your subject.
... (up to 5×. (see p. 34) D.ZOOM¥¥¥¥¥¥40× The zoom control continues to 40×, the zoom indicator extends (light blue). However when the zoom is set to work as 3/8 in (1 cm). • Image resolution decreases the further you and your subject.
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 25
... backwards or forwards. • Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before attempting to view the image. Doing so could cause damage. • Bright light falling on the LCD screen may also push the panel flat against the side of the camera. • Always fully close the LCD panel when...
... backwards or forwards. • Always rotate the LCD panel vertically into place, before attempting to view the image. Doing so could cause damage. • Bright light falling on the LCD screen may also push the panel flat against the side of the camera. • Always fully close the LCD panel when...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 26
... camcorder is unaffected. 26 However, small black dots or bright points of the LCD screen. Adjusting the LCD screen E You can adjust the brightness of light (red, blue or green) may appear constantly on the tape. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%) Allowing the subject to monitor recording When you turn...
... camcorder is unaffected. 26 However, small black dots or bright points of the LCD screen. Adjusting the LCD screen E You can adjust the brightness of light (red, blue or green) may appear constantly on the tape. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%) Allowing the subject to monitor recording When you turn...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 28
...normal fast forward. Load the cassette. 3. Press the PLAY e button to start playback. • Open the cover to VCR. • The power indicator lights up . • When the LCD panel is closed, you slide the tab on a TV, see p. 36. Fast Forward Playback To play back your ...recordings on the cassette so that you can monitor the playback using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. Note: • To avoid accidental recording, make sure...
...normal fast forward. Load the cassette. 3. Press the PLAY e button to start playback. • Open the cover to VCR. • The power indicator lights up . • When the LCD panel is closed, you slide the tab on a TV, see p. 36. Fast Forward Playback To play back your ...recordings on the cassette so that you can monitor the playback using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. Note: • To avoid accidental recording, make sure...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 31
Using a tripod To prevent any unwanted movement, you can connect an external microphone to bright sunlight or it may melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Change the angle of the viewfinder so that the sun doesn't shine into it. • Make sure that the ...
Using a tripod To prevent any unwanted movement, you can connect an external microphone to bright sunlight or it may melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Change the angle of the viewfinder so that the sun doesn't shine into it. • Make sure that the ...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 36
... extremely close range. • Do not leave the controller exposed to direct sunlight, or in range and responding to your 16ft commands. The tally lamp lights up to 16 feet (5 m). Notes: • When using the wireless controller: • Special playback (p. 29) • Photo/date search (p. 67) • Zero set memory (p. 68...
... extremely close range. • Do not leave the controller exposed to direct sunlight, or in range and responding to your 16ft commands. The tally lamp lights up to 16 feet (5 m). Notes: • When using the wireless controller: • Special playback (p. 29) • Photo/date search (p. 67) • Zero set memory (p. 68...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 38
Select the OFF setting and close -up when the camera receives a signal from the wireless controller. However, its flashing may therefore decide to turn it will still light up recording, or when recording through glass. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at TALLY LAMP. 2. Using the Full Range of Features 38 Turning off . (see p. 34) TALLY LAMP••ON 1. You may be reflected into the lens during close the menu. • The tally lamp no longer flashes during recording, but it off the tally lamp E The tally lamp lets you know that the camera is recording.
Select the OFF setting and close -up when the camera receives a signal from the wireless controller. However, its flashing may therefore decide to turn it will still light up recording, or when recording through glass. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at TALLY LAMP. 2. Using the Full Range of Features 38 Turning off . (see p. 34) TALLY LAMP••ON 1. You may be reflected into the lens during close the menu. • The tally lamp no longer flashes during recording, but it off the tally lamp E The tally lamp lets you know that the camera is recording.
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 43
... be able to focus, and F may not be taken immediately. • If you can take a still picture. 1. Press the PHOTO button down the PHOTO button lightly once more. - There are two PHOTO buttons, to let you take still images from both gripping positions, or, you are now in regular video recording...
... be able to focus, and F may not be taken immediately. • If you can take a still picture. 1. Press the PHOTO button down the PHOTO button lightly once more. - There are two PHOTO buttons, to let you take still images from both gripping positions, or, you are now in regular video recording...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 45
...if you hold the camera's PHOTO button halfway down releases a pre-exposure flash that the Speedlite unit is fully charged a green S lights up constantly in . Using a Canon Speedlite for it is possible to record a still image while the Speedlite is still charging, the flash will not go off. Set... When the Speedlite is slid fully onto the accessory shoe. Attach the Speedlite 380EX and 550EX with the: - Attach the Speedlite 220EX with the GL1. • You cannot use the 550EX's multiple Speedlite control. 45 When you turn the lock off, by the Speedlite for the 550EX. ...
...if you hold the camera's PHOTO button halfway down releases a pre-exposure flash that the Speedlite unit is fully charged a green S lights up constantly in . Using a Canon Speedlite for it is possible to record a still image while the Speedlite is still charging, the flash will not go off. Set... When the Speedlite is slid fully onto the accessory shoe. Attach the Speedlite 380EX and 550EX with the: - Attach the Speedlite 220EX with the GL1. • You cannot use the 550EX's multiple Speedlite control. 45 When you turn the lock off, by the Speedlite for the 550EX. ...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 48
...the brightness of the image may appear on the left of the display, with the [ program selector set to the [ position. Availability of lighting. Using the Various Recording Programs E Using the Full Range of Features The camera provides you with a choice of seven recording programs. They ...use different combinations of camera settings in order to adjust the exposure and other adjustments, leaving you use them in the wrong lighting conditions. The camera will take care of focus, exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. The name of the AUTO Recording...
...the brightness of the image may appear on the left of the display, with the [ program selector set to the [ position. Availability of lighting. Using the Various Recording Programs E Using the Full Range of Features The camera provides you with a choice of seven recording programs. They ...use different combinations of camera settings in order to adjust the exposure and other adjustments, leaving you use them in the wrong lighting conditions. The camera will take care of focus, exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. The name of the AUTO Recording...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 49
...ON/OFF as the Easy Recording program, except that is the same as appropriate before changing the setting. If you use of a Canon Speedlite (p. 45) or Video Light (available as optional accessories, see page 14). • The Tv values are reset if you turn the power off . Tv...a large F number to n (Auto). for a slower shutter or - Select your chosen values. Setting a fast shutter speed or decreasing the amount of light with the ND filter can choose 9 shutter speeds between 1/60 and 1/15000 of Features 49 Notes: • When recording in the display. This is ...
...ON/OFF as the Easy Recording program, except that is the same as appropriate before changing the setting. If you use of a Canon Speedlite (p. 45) or Video Light (available as optional accessories, see page 14). • The Tv values are reset if you turn the power off . Tv...a large F number to n (Auto). for a slower shutter or - Select your chosen values. Setting a fast shutter speed or decreasing the amount of light with the ND filter can choose 9 shutter speeds between 1/60 and 1/15000 of Features 49 Notes: • When recording in the display. This is ...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 50
... p. 55) Select this program for glare-free recordings of the image may notice some shudder when recording moving subjects. Select your desired F number by a concentrated light source. 50 SPOTLIGHT You can choose 12 F numbers between 0dB and +12dB. Giving priority to the aperture (aperture-priority: Av) E Use this program to select...
... p. 55) Select this program for glare-free recordings of the image may notice some shudder when recording moving subjects. Select your desired F number by a concentrated light source. 50 SPOTLIGHT You can choose 12 F numbers between 0dB and +12dB. Giving priority to the aperture (aperture-priority: Av) E Use this program to select...
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 57
... normally operates at the current level in order to auto exposure. To lock the exposure, press the EXPOSURE dial in order to deal with difficult lighting conditions, or to a maximum of the scene.
... normally operates at the current level in order to auto exposure. To lock the exposure, press the EXPOSURE dial in order to deal with difficult lighting conditions, or to a maximum of the scene.
GL1 Instruction Manual
Page 63
...is of one dominant color • Close ups U Outdoor mode • In daylight, especially for a wide range of lighting E conditions. a) For auto white balance, indoor lighting or outdoor lighting, press the WHITE BALANCE SELECT button. • T/U appears in until it fills the display. w Press the WHITE ... the [ Easy Recording program). 2. Setting the white balance manually will get better results by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapor lights 63 The result will appear natural in the display. b) To set button. • W flashes quickly in the display and then...
...is of one dominant color • Close ups U Outdoor mode • In daylight, especially for a wide range of lighting E conditions. a) For auto white balance, indoor lighting or outdoor lighting, press the WHITE BALANCE SELECT button. • T/U appears in until it fills the display. w Press the WHITE ... the [ Easy Recording program). 2. Setting the white balance manually will get better results by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapor lights 63 The result will appear natural in the display. b) To set button. • W flashes quickly in the display and then...